How much live rock?

[lucas alderson]

How much live rock should I have in my 29 Gallon Reef. I have read anywhere from 1/2 pound per gallon on up to 5 pounds per gallon, but I'm not sure wheter that can be relied on!

 

[treble]

5 pounds I dont think you would have any room for fish LOL. I would go for 1-2 pounds per gallon, thats a pretty good standard. Hae fun with the 29G!

 

[lucas alderson]

Thanks alot for the tip. I will keep it in mind when buying my live rock.

 

[templar]

About 50 lbs would be perfect for your tank.

 

[fish fry]

I just put 45pds in my 30. It looks good but it is almost too much. I wanted more open areas, oh well.
I also have 4+ inches of sand which takes up a ton of room.
In my old 29 I did 50pds and it was perfect.
One suggestion if you get it mail order it is cheaper to get it all at once. But if you get it at a LFS buy it small batches.
Later
Fry

 

[lucas alderson]

Thank you all so much! This is my first time setting up a reef and you are all so much help! I cannot express my thanks enough!